Booth Ranch NB Scale House Replacement

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is seeking bids for the Booth Ranch Northbound Interstate 5 Scale House Replacement project located in Douglas County, Oregon. The procurement involves a comprehensive demolition and construction effort to replace an existing scale house, with detailed specifications for site work, utilities, electrical service, and building construction. Key deliverables include demolishing the current structure, installing a modular block retaining wall, completing site paving and concrete work, constructing a new building with walls, windows, doors, siding, roof, electrical, and mechanical systems, and implementing associated fencing and infrastructure improvements. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on October 30, 2023, with bids due by November 7, 2023, at 2:00 PM through the OregonBuys e-procurement system. The project has specified completion milestones, with substantial completion required by February 29, 2024, and final completion by March 15, 2024. Bidders must submit a 10% bid bond and comply with specific requirements including Prevailing Wage Rates, First-Tier Subcontractor Disclosure, Construction Contractors Board licensing, and drug testing protocols.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be licensed contractors and will be evaluated based on lowest responsive bid, with the contract being awarded to the most responsible bidder. Preliminary bid results show four contractors submitted bids ranging from $265,000 to $758,065, indicating a potential project budget within this range. Successful bidders will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, insurance certificates, and comply with non-discrimination requirements. The project will be funded through state infrastructure funding, with ODOT managing the procurement process. Contractors must obtain necessary permits, coordinate utility services, and adhere to specific work hour restrictions and noise requirements. Liquidated damages will be applied for failure to complete the work by the substantial completion date, emphasizing the importance of meeting project timelines and specifications.